scoff

Example Sentences

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You want to scoff at that, but you can’t.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 2, 2026

If you've lost track of what thrilled - and infuriated - users in 2025, here's a handy recall: a round-up of the year's moments that made the country pause, laugh, or even scoff.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

Washington insiders would roll their eyes and scoff when anyone would suggest that it be tried.

From Salon • Dec. 14, 2025

It’s easy to scoff at such tricks from the outside.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 21, 2025

I don’t argue with Reverend Hunt, but inside I scoff at the idea.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone